COLORband HEX 9 IRC User Manual Rev. 1
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1. COLORband HEX 9 IRC User Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Before You Beg aiii iia 3 acil 5 60 T TUTTI UTE 3 Unpacking IASTUCIONS eb c 3 erue C 3 TEXELCONVEMIONS sista telat neat toast de vct rer elisa Dr ipu A 3 CONS NN RTT S T TU TT ETUR 3 m Tt m A 3 Proquictiata 6 RTT TOTIS 4 I lt Sa M c T iene 4 2 INTOdUCHIO Nit 5 Prela asas 5 Product DIMENSIONS saachen a nate tante etd veta Soa vatur 6 SUN we 7 AC FOWE src 7 Power ONKIN RN 7 Fuse 1 0 68 6 7 MOUIN DC TE E di 8 Oe ATAU ON sessi ebbe cuba a nad P PTT ve CENPET DUM OR DRE IA Utd 8 A teet M HL PC ETE THREE 8 A elim E 9 Control Panel 006 0 9 Menu Map NR Een 9 DP SEIS ae DEEP 9 CONNGUFATION EDI Pd 10 DMX Personalities and Starting Address 10 Zones for DMX Control 1 eere eren ener nura nura nar ennenen ennnen 11 DMX Channel Assignments and Values 11 8 11 7 c REE 12 ju c e 132. E A y REN RR UN E 14 S E utu audet MEL MM D 14 Configuration Standalone 15 Static COO MOC eroria 15 Auto Sele TR MOOG cisternas adoos osado caidos idas 15 Custom Static Color Mode iras 15 Master Slave Mode A A 16 5 Technical Information aura 17 Product J Iena e crasas aa 17 6 Technical Specification Sci sassa nano usos es sone e sso ave Siehe 18 CA 5 a NO a 19 Contact US CIO AS 20 Page 2 of 20 COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN What Is COLORband Hex 9 IRC Power Cord Hanging Bracket with Mountin Warranty Card Include Jng g y d Hardware Quick Reference Guide Unpacking Immediately upon receipt carefully unpack the product and check the container to make sure you have received all the parts indicated above in good condition Instructions Claims f the container or the material inside the container the product and included accessories appear damaged from shipping or show signs of mishandling upon receipt notify the carrier immediately not Chauvet Failure to do so in a timely manner may invalidate your claim with the carrier In addition keep the container and all the packing material for inspection For other issues such as missing components or parts damage not related to shipping or concealed damage file a claim with Chauvet within 7 days of receiving the merchandise Text Conven
3. When power linking multiple products you must always consider the length of the power linking cable and mount the products close enough for the cable to reach Mounting Diagram B Mounting Holes Page 8 of 20 COLORband M Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 4 OPERATION Control Panel To access the control panel functions use the four buttons located underneath the isplay Please refer to the Product Overview to see the button locations on the control d Auto Programs Selects auto program Auto Program Speed Selects auto program speed Button Function MENUS Press to find an operation mode or to back out of the current menu option lt UP gt Press to scroll up the list of options or to find a higher value lt DOWN gt Press to scroll down the list of options or to find a lower value lt ENTER gt Press to activate a menu option or a selected value Menu Map Main Function Programming Levels Description Sets 6 channel DMX personality and DMX 6 CH address Sets 9 channel DMX personality and DMX 9 CH dd DMX address Personalities 11 CH Sets 11 channel DMX personality and and Starting DMX address Address 18CH Sets 18 channel DMX personality and DMX address Sets 23 channel DMX personality and aen DMX address Static Colors C 1 C 63 Selects a preset color Sound Active Selects Sound Active mode Mode S sogno Ses u rnn Sets the sensitivity of the microphone ensitivity r 0 r255 Red 0 100 9 0 g25
4. COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 17 of 20 6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions and Length Width Height Weight Weight 41 3 in 1 049 mm 3 2 in 82 mm 6 9 in 176 mm 10 8 lb 5 kg Note Dimensions in inches rounded to the nearest decimal digit Power Power Supply Type Range Voltage Selection Switching internal 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Auto ranging Parameter 120 V 60 Hz 230 V 50 Hz Consumption 74 W 73 W Operating 1 1A 0 6A Power linking current units 8 A 7 units 8 A 13 units Fuse T2A 250V T2A 250V Power I O US Worldwide UK Europe Power input connector Proprietary Proprietary Power output connector Proprietary Proprietary Power Cord plug Edison US Local plug Light Source Type Power Lifespan LED 10 W 50 000 hours Color Quantity Current Hex color RGBAW UV 9 2 4A Photo Optic Parameter Illuminance O 2 m 2 476 lux Beam angle 21 Field angle 33 Strobe rate 0 20 Hz Thermal Maximum Ambient Temp Cooling System 104 F 40 C Convection DMX I O Connectors Connector Type Channel Range 3 pin XLR Sockets 6 9 11 18 or 23 Ordering Product Name Item Code UPC Number COLORband Hex 9 IRC 03030887 781462212353 RoHS Ee Page 18 of 20 COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 In case you need to return a product or request support follow the procedure below If you live in the U S contact Chauvet World Headquarters see Contact Us If you live in the UK or Ireland contact Chauvet Europe Ltd see Contact U
5. 0 000 014 No function 015 255 Color macros White Ultraviolet Color Macros RGB Auto Speed Channel 9 at 032 226 Sound Sensitivity Channel 9 at 227 255 Strobe 000U 015 No function only when Channels 1 6 are active 0000 031 No function 115U 122 Auto program 1 123U 130 Auto program 2 1310 138 Auto program 3 139U 146 Auto program 4 147U 154 Auto program 5 155U 162 Auto program 6 163U 170 Auto program 7 1710 178 Auto program 8 179U 186 Auto program 9 187U 194 Auto program 10 195U 202 Auto program 11 203U 210 Auto program 12 211U 218 Auto program 13 219U 226 Auto program 14 227U 255 Sound program 000 255 0 100 RGB Auto Mode Speed slow to fast UE ESS Sound sensitivity low to high Setting 016U 255 Slow to fast 0 20 Hz 032U 063 Pulse effect 0 10096 064U 095 Pulse effect 100 0 0960 114 Pulse effect 100 0 100 000U 051 Preset dimmer speed from display menu 0520 101 Dimming profile off linear dimmer Dimming Profiles 1020 152 Nonlinear dimming profile 1 fastest 1530 203 Nonlinear dimming profile 2 2040 255 Nonlinear dimming profile 3 slowest COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 13 of 20 9 CH Channel Function Value Setting 1 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000U 015 No function 016U 255 Slow to fast 0
6. 20 Hz 000U 051 Preset dimmer speed from display menu Ultraviolet o i loioin25 oim g gt 5 3 gt 0 6 052U 101 Dimming profile off linear dimmer 9 Dimming Profiles 1020 152 Nonlinear dimming profile 1 fastest 153U 203 Nonlinear dimming profile 2 2040 255 Nonlinear dimming profile 3 slowest 6 CH Channel Function Value Setting 1 000 255 0 100 Green 000 U 255 0 100 Blue 000 255 0 100 000 U 255 0 100 000 U 255 0 100 Ultraviolet 000 255 0 100 AJOJN Page 14 of 20 COLORband M Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Configuration Set the product in one of the standalone modes to control without a DMX controller Standalone 1 Connect the product to a suitable power outlet Turn the product on connected to a DMX controller Products in standalone mode may transmit DMX D Never connect a product that is operating in any standalone mode to a DMX string signals that could interfere with the DMX signals from the controller Static Color Mode To enable the Static Color Mode do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until C shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to choose a color C1 C63 4 Press ENTER Auto Program To enable the Auto Program Mode follow the instructions below Mode 1 Press MENU repeatedly until P shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to choose your auto program P1 P1
7. 4 4 Press ENTER You can adjust the speed of the automatic program as well 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatealy until S shows on the display 2 Press ENTER 3 Use UP or DOWN to adjust the duration of each step of the automatic program from S001 slow to S100 fast 4 Press ENTER Custom Static To enable the Custom Static Color Mode follow the instructions below Color Mode 1 Press MENU repeatedly until U shows on the display Press ENTER to choose between colors r g b Press UP or lt DOWN gt to choose the intensity of the color r000 100 Repeat the steps to mix additional colors to create the color you need Press ENTER DS COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 15 of 20 IRC 6 Infrared Remote Control IRC 6 Operation a 9 9 9 9 9 05 GaoO 9 6 0 9 9 5 D Master Slave Page 16 of 20 Mode The COLORband Hex 9 IRC is compatible with the IRC 6 from Chauvet Make sure to point the IRC 6 directly at the receiver on the product Automatic Mode Automatic mode will enable you to run the automatic programs on the product To turn on Automatic mode 1 Press AUTO on the IRC 6 2 Press lt gt or lt gt to switch between preprogrammed auto programs To adjust the speed of the automatic program 1 Press lt SPEED gt on the IRC 6 2 Press lt gt or lt gt to either increase or d
8. 5 Green 0 100 Custom Color b b255 Blue 0 100 Mixing A 0 A255 Amber 0 100956 White 0 100 P 0 P255 Ultraviolet 0 100956 OFF Dimmer speedof diM3 Dimmer speed slow Infrared SET N Turns infrared on or off OFF DMX Linki ng The COLORband Hex 9 IRC works with DMX controllers For more information about DMX download the CHAUVET DMX Primer from the Chauvet website http www chauvetlighting com downloads COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 9 of 20 Configuration Set the product in DMX mode to control with a DMX controller DMX 1 Connect the product to a suitable power outlet 2 Turn the product on 3 Connect a DMX cable from the DMX output of the DMX controller to the DMX input socket on the product DMX The COLORband Hex 9 IRC uses up to 23 DMX channels in its 23 channel DMX Personalities mode which defines the highest configurable address to 490 and Startin When selecting a starting DMX address always consider the number of DMX channels g the selected DMX mode uses If you choose a starting address that is too high you could Address restrict the access to some of the product s channels If you are not familiar with the DMX protocol you may refer to the DMX Primer at www chauvetlighting com To select the DMX personality do the following 1 Press lt MENU gt repeatedly until 6 CH 9 CH 11CH 18CH or 23CH shows on the display 2 Press ENTER to ch
9. DMX controller to a DMX string configured for Master Slave operation because the controller may interfere with the signals from the master unit Do not connect more than 31 slave units to the master unit COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 5 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Product Dust build up reduces light output performance and can cause overheating This can S lead to reduction of the light source s life To maintain optimum performance and Maintenance minimize wear you should clean your lighting products at least twice a month However be aware that usage and environmental conditions could be contributing factors to increase the cleaning frequency To clean the product follow the instructions below 1 Unplug the product from power 2 Wait until the product is at room temperature 3 Use a vacuum or dry compressed air and a soft brush to remove dust collected on the external surface vents 4 Clean all external optics lenses and glass transparent surfaces with a mild soap solution ammonia free glass cleaner or isopropyl alcohol 5 Apply the solution directly to a soft lint free cotton cloth or a lens cleaning tissue 6 Softly drag any dirt or grime to the outside of the external optics or glass transparent surface 7 Gently polish the external optics and glass transparent surfaces until they are free of haze and lint Always dry the external optics and glass transparent surfaces carefully after cleaning them
10. ecrease the speed of the program Sound Active Mode Sound Active mode will enable the product to respond to the music To turn on Sound Active mode Press lt SOUND gt on the IRC 6 To adjust sound sensitivity in Sound Active mode 1 Press SENSITIVITY on the IRC 6 2 Press lt gt or lt gt to either increase or decrease sound sensitivity Preprogrammed Colors To choose a specific color with the IRC 6 Press any number between 0 and 9 to choose your color The Master Slave mode allows a single COLORband Hex 9 IRC unit the master to control the actions of one or more COLORband Hex 9 IRC units the slaves without the need of a DMX controller The master unit will be set to operate in a standalone mode while the slave units will be set to operate in Slave Mode Once set and connected the slave units will operate in unison with the master unit Configure the units as indicated below Slave units 1 Setthe DMX address to 001 2 Connect the DMX input of the first slave unit to the DMX output of the master unit 3 Connect the DMX input of the subsequent slave units to the DMX output of the previous slave unit 4 Finish setting and connecting all the slave units Master unit 1 Setthe master unit to operate in a standalone mode 2 Make the master unit the first unit in the daisy chain Configure all the slave units before connecting the master unit to the daisy chain Never connect a
11. immer Outdoor Use Sound Activated DMX Master Slave Auto Programs p Auto ranging Power Supply P P X Replaceable Fuse User Serviceable Please read the following Safety Notes carefully before working with the product The Notes include important safety information about installation usage and maintenance Always connect the product to a grounded circuit to avoid the risk of electrocution Always disconnect the product from the power source before cleaning Avoid direct eye exposure to the light source while the product is on Make sure the power cord is not crimped or damaged Never disconnect the product from power cord by pulling or tugging on the cord If mounting the product overhead always secure to a fastening device using a safety cable Make sure there are no flammable materials close to the product when operating Do not touch the product s housing when operating because it may be very hot Always make sure that the voltage of the outlet to which you are connecting the product is within the range stated on the decal or rear panel of the product The product is for indoor use only IP20 Always install the product in a location with adequate ventilation at least 20 in 50 cm from adjacent surfaces Be sure that no ventilation slots on the product s housing are blocked Never connect the product to a dimmer Make sure to replace the fuse with another of the same type and rating Never carry the product f
12. om inadequate packaging will be your responsibility As a suggestion proper UPS packing or double boxing is always a safe method to use Chauvet reserves the right to use its own discretion to repair or replace returned product s COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 19 of 20 Contact WORLD HEADQUARTERS Chauvet U General Information Technical Support Address 5200 NW 108th Avenue Voice 954 577 4455 Press 4 Sunrise FL 33351 Fax 954 756 8015 Voice 954 577 4455 Email techOchauvetlighting com Fax 954 929 5560 Toll free 800 762 1084 World Wide Web www chauvetlighting com UNITED KINGDOM AND IRELAND Chauvet Europe Ltd General Information Technical Support Address Unit 1C Email uktech chauvetlighting com Brookhill Road Industrial Estate Pinxton Nottingham UK World Wide Web www chauvetlighting co uk NG16 6NT Voice 44 0 1773 511115 Fax 44 0 1773 511110 MEXICO Chauvet Mexico General Information Technical Support Address Av Santa Ana 30 Email servicio chauvet com mx Parque Industrial Lerma Lerma Mexico C P 52000 World Wide Web www chauvet com mx Voice 52 728 285 5000 Chauvet Europe Chauvet Europe BVBA General Information Technical Support Address Stokstraat 18 Email Eutech chauvetlighting eu 9770 Kruishoutem Belgium World Wide Web www chauvetlighting eu Voice 329 388 93 97 Outside the U S United Kingdom Ireland Mexico or Benelux contact the dealer of record Follow
13. oose your DMX personality when it appears on the display To then choose your starting address 1 The display should show d 1 once you ve selected your DMX personality using the steps above 2 Use UP or DOWN to select the starting address 3 Press ENTER Page 10 of 20 COLORband M Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 ZONES FOR DMX CONTROL WO OOOOO0O0O0 O00 OM Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 DMX Channel Assignments and Values 23CH Channel Function Value Setting 19 Color Macros lt 015U 255 Color macros RGB Auto Speed Channel 21 at 032 226 Speed slow to fast Sound sensitivity low to high Sound Sensitivity 20 Channel 21 at 227 255 Strobe 000U 015 No function only when Channels 1 18 a are active 016U 255 Slow to fast 0 20 Hz COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 11 of 20 23CH Channel 21 22 23 18CH Channel Zla3iojojuajojoa as jo n k k k 6 ll O1 Page 12 of 20 Function RGB Auto Mode Dimming Profiles Function JJ 0 a N gt 0 gt 3 O N O gt O Ultraviolet Zone 1 gt D N O 5 D mb JJ O Q N gt O N gt 3iclo 715 O JED 5 01 13 omo RS N z F D N O 5 D N Ultraviolet Zone 2 Blue Zone 3 gt QJ 3 c8 on o D SIN N 2 N NI O o0 o 0 D N O 5 D a Ult
14. r linking connectors and requirements may differ in your country or region Fuse 1 Wedge the tip of a flat head screwdriver into the slot of the fuse holder Replacement Pry the fuse holder out of the housing Remove the blown fuse from the holder and replace with a fuse of the exact same type and rating 4 Insert the fuse holder back in place and reconnect power Installed fuse held by plastic clip Safety cap Spare fuse holder inside safety cap COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 7 of 20 Mounting Before mounting the product read and follow the safety recommendations indicated in the Safety Notes Orientation The COLORband Hex 9 IRC may be mounted in any position however make sure adequate ventilation is provided around the product Rigging Before deciding on a location for the product always make sure there is easy access to the product for maintenance and programming purposes Make sure that the structure onto which you are mounting the product can support the product s weight Please see the Technical Specifications section of this manual for weight information When mounting the product overhead always use a safety cable Mount the product securely to a rigging point whether an elevated platform or a truss When rigging the product onto a truss you should use a mounting clamp of appropriate weight capacity The bracket has a 13 mm hole which is appropriate for this purpose
15. raviolet Zone 3 AEn c SIE Slo 0 5 mb Value 0000 031 No function 032U 063 Pulse effect 0 10096 064U 095 Pulse effect 10095 0 096 114 Pulse effect 100 0 100 1150 122 Auto program 1 1230 130 Auto program 2 1310 138 Auto program 3 1390 146 Auto program 4 1470 154 Auto program 5 1550 162 Auto program 6 163 170 Auto program 7 1710 178 Auto program 8 1790 186 Auto program 9 1870 194 Auto program 10 195U 202 Auto program 11 203U 210 Auto program 12 2110 218 Auto program 13 219U 226 Auto program 14 2270 255 Sound program 000 255 0 100 000 051 052U 101 1020 152 Nonlinear dimming profile 1 fastest Setting Dimming profile off linear dimmer 1530 203 Nonlinear dimming profile 2 2040 255 Nonlinear dimming profile 3 slowest Value 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 Setting COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Preset dimmer speed from display menu 11CH Channel O AJOJN 10 11 Function Value 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 100 000 255 0 10
16. rom the power cord or any moving part Always use the hanging mounting bracket or the handles The maximum ambient temperature Ta is 104 F 40 C Do not operate the product at higher temperatures In the event of a serious operating problem stop using the product immediately Never try to repair the product Repairs carried out by unskilled people can lead to damage or malfunction Please contact the nearest authorized technical assistance center To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan during periods of non use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it Keep this User Manual for future consultation If you sell the product to another user be sure that they also receive this document COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 2 INTRODUCTION Product Overview Front View Rear View Bracket up 2 Mounting Adjustment m Knob TI v t Fuse Holder Hanging Mounting Bracket aq2200000088 8 OE OO EOU IIED AAN Power Out Menu Buttons _ Microphone Menu Display IR Sensor DMX In 0 DMX Out Bracket N Mounting Adjustment Bracket Knob COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 5 of 20 Product Dimensions 41 3 in 1 049 mm 6 9 in 176 mm Page 6 of 20 COLORband M Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 3 SETUP AC Power The COLORband Hex 9 IRC has an auto ranging power supply and i
17. s If you live in Mexico contact Chauvet Mexico see Contact Us If you live in Benelux contact Chauvet Europe BVBA see Contact Us If you live in any other country DO NOT contact Chauvet Instead contact your distributor of record See www chauvetlighting com for distributors outside the U S United Kingdom or Ireland your distributor of record and follow their instructions on how to return Chauvet If you live outside the U S United Kingdom Ireland Mexico or Benelux contact LE ial products to them Visit our website for contact details Returns Call the corresponding Chauvet Tech Support office and request a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number before shipping the product Be prepared to provide the model number serial number and a brief description of the cause for the return You must send the merchandise prepaid in its original box and with its original packing and accessories Chauvet will not issue call tags Clearly label the package with the RMA number Chauvet will refuse any product returned without an RMA number Write the RMA number on a properly affixed label DO NOT write the RMA number 25 directly on the box Before sending the product clearly write the following information on a piece of paper and place it inside the box Your name Your address Your phone number The RMA number A brief description of the problem Be sure to pack the product properly Any shipping damage resulting fr
18. t can work with an input voltage range of 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz To determine the products power requirements circuit breaker power outlet and wiring use the current value listed on the label affixed to the product s back panel or refer to the products specifications chart The listed current rating indicates the product s average current draw under normal conditions Always connect the product to a protected circuit circuit breaker or fuse Make sure the product has an appropriate electrical ground to avoid the risk of electrocution or fire To eliminate unnecessary wear and improve its lifespan during periods of non use completely disconnect the product from power via breaker or by unplugging it Never connect the product to a rheostat variable resistor or dimmer circuit even if the rheostat or dimmer channel serves only as a 0 to 100 switch Power Linking The product provides a power linking option via the power in and out located on the back of the unit You can daisy chain up to 7 units on 120 VAC or up to 13 units on 230 VAC 1 Product M l i gt O O zum A 2 Product T o e Wa AA e J Y V 8n o A 0000 _ _ QA o Additional Products Power Linking Diagram The power linking information above corresponds to the North American version of the product ONLY If using the product in other markets you must consult with the local CHAUVET distributor as powe
19. their instructions to request support or to return a product Visit our website for contact details Page 20 of 20 COLORband M Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1
20. tion Meaning Conventions 1 512 A range of values 50 60 A set of values of which only one can be chosen Settings A menu option not to be modified Menu gt Settings A sequence of menu options to be followed lt ENTER gt A key to be pressed on the product s control panel ON A value to be entered or selected Icons Icon Meaning Critical installation configuration or operation information Failure to comply with this information may render the product partially or completely inoperative cause damage to the product or cause harm to the user Important installation or configuration information Failure to comply with this information may prevent the product from functioning correctly Useful information Je gt Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change without notice Chauvet assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this manual Chauvet reserves the right to update the existing document or to create a new document to correct any errors or omissions You can download the latest version of this document from www chauvetlighting com O Copyright 2015 Chauvet All rights reserved Electronically published by Chauvet in the United States of America Author Date Editor Date M Trouard 03 24 15 A Leon 04 14 15 COLORband Hex 9 IRC User Manual Rev 1 Page 3 of 20 Product at a Glance Safety Notes Page 4 of 20 A Use on D
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